LIVING in a PRIUS: Wood Fired Saunas & Ice Cold Plunges in Lake Michigan

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  • Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024

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  • @april7_
    @april7_ 2 года назад +57

    As a Finn, we are proud of our Saunas and we have it in our houses next to bathroom mostly, some small city apartments excluded. And of course our summer houses next to lake. And of course the proper ones as just as this was heated with wood, not those electric ones! Finland is a small country of only 5.5 million people but we have over 3 million Saunas here! 😃

    • @RPRosen-ki2fk
      @RPRosen-ki2fk 2 года назад +6

      I had no idea your population was so small, I'm shocked. I now have even MORE regard for the Fins for being able to defend themselves against ruzzia. I'm happy that you and Sweden have finally decided to join NATO, congratulations.

    • @stephenwood6402
      @stephenwood6402 2 года назад

      Is that your real picture

    • @april7_
      @april7_ 2 года назад

      @@stephenwood6402 No! Sadly I am a man! Pic is a long story from late 80's, C-64 Demoscene! April7 / DDG

    • @e.o9470
      @e.o9470 2 года назад

      Seriously in that weather in Finland it definitely was a must to have a sauna back in a day! i love it though in my region in summer everywhere outside is actually a sauna without a roof!😂

    • @bonazza4483
      @bonazza4483 2 года назад

      @@RPRosen-ki2fk This conversation isnt about politics mr.

  • @jeffdillingham2999
    @jeffdillingham2999 2 года назад +10

    Good find, the people at King Orchards are the best!

  • @chriskeentechnician
    @chriskeentechnician 2 года назад +17

    I love how you are always making friends with total strangers. In a time when everyone is head down looking at their phone, to look up and engage with someone is so important! Both sides benefit from the human interaction 😊 Its something I’m trying to do more, which is a good challenge as an introvert haha 🤙

    • @kenkitsul8076
      @kenkitsul8076 2 года назад +1

      We don't let people sit with us if they are going to be using their phone, so rude!!!! K

  • @brianmcconnell1817
    @brianmcconnell1817 2 года назад +25

    I can’t imagine you without Camper. You were two wanderers who found each other and kept on wandering, together. ❤️🐕

  • @KnitsFromTheVoid
    @KnitsFromTheVoid 2 года назад +51

    What an awesome idea to provide a sauna. Thank you for introducing us to the people you meet, the people who run awesome little businesses or clean up the beaches. I love it.

  • @jeanniebaker9929
    @jeanniebaker9929 3 месяца назад +1

    I love that Nikki takes Camper everywhere she’s able to even in to the bathrooms. I very rarely leave my dog in my van because I’m afraid somebody will steal my van with my dog in it. I would be devastated.

  • @bartorob
    @bartorob 2 года назад +3

    Welcome to Michigan. Hoping Dan taught you the correct pronunciation for sauna!

  • @morgananderson9647
    @morgananderson9647 2 года назад +26

    You can tell how imprinted (in a good way...) Camper is with you! He just seems to radiate joy on all the adventures you undertake! Fun to think he was "guided to" you and your mother that day, as you started your hike! You are both so lucky you discovered each other!
    Thanks for all the great videos!
    Mo-

  • @jefferydellinger7422
    @jefferydellinger7422 2 года назад +98

    We need more Dan's in the world. You and Camper always make our Friday's special ! Stay safe, happy travels.

    • @NikkiDelventhal
      @NikkiDelventhal  2 года назад +12

      I agree!!!! Happy Friday!

    • @Dan-LXI
      @Dan-LXI 2 года назад +1

      🖐 present!

    • @Kuzdumov
      @Kuzdumov 2 года назад +1

      @@NikkiDelventhal Nikki - You are beautiful and cute !!! Very sweet !!! 😇😊😘

  • @manwithclass09
    @manwithclass09 2 года назад +44

    Thank you Nikki and Camper for brining back so many fond memories of beloved home state!!!!! There are so many things to do in Michigan that would surprise many - many people who have never been to the "mitten state"... And the Great Lakes are unlike any other bodies of water. They truly are..... I am envious Nikki - enjoy to the fullest!!!

    • @jimsmith423
      @jimsmith423 2 года назад

      Thanks Nikki for another great video I'll enjoy watching you and camp are having a good time

    • @missylee1539
      @missylee1539 2 года назад +3

      My home state is Ohio but I always felt like I had two home states with Michigan. Toledo is right on the Ohio Michigan border, so I grew up spending quite a bit of time in both states. Now I live in the Florida Keys which is AMAZING. Still miss the green trees, camp grounds, and gorgeous parks of NW Ohio and SE Michigan though.

    • @eleanormassaro5195
      @eleanormassaro5195 2 года назад +1

      I’ve been wanting to get up to see Michigan for the last six years! Hopefully one day soon I can get up there!

    • @sandrasomewhere
      @sandrasomewhere 2 года назад +2

      Proud Midwesterner (with family in MI and the UP) and I totally agree!

  • @ChrisMayhew22
    @ChrisMayhew22 2 года назад +5

    What a lovely lady at the farm, VIP tour!

    • @NikkiDelventhal
      @NikkiDelventhal  2 года назад +4

      Yes! It was sooo much fun!

    • @redrooster1908
      @redrooster1908 2 года назад +2

      Loved seeing the You-Pick strawberry farm!! Our local one went out of business forever during 2020

  • @teinspringz
    @teinspringz 2 года назад +12

    I'll say it again, Nikki and Camper is living their best life!! So much fun and so much strawberries!🍓🍓🍓🍓🍓🍓

  • @brandonrobinson1603
    @brandonrobinson1603 2 года назад +34

    So happy to see you back having more adventures again! Hocking Hills, Sand Dunes, vineyards, strawberry picking- just feels like a lot of fun was had this time around! Hope that means your recovery has given you some of that joy and ability back!

  • @slobby1bjovi
    @slobby1bjovi 2 года назад +6

    Our neighbor is a sauna!
    I have used MI_Saunas! Dan provides a great sauna culture and over 220 degrees with an ice bath feels soooo good for the body and soul!! Thank you for sharing!

  • @bluejackscanada
    @bluejackscanada 2 года назад +9

    Only Nikki can make sitting on a park bench seem like an Adventure! LOL!

  • @Quesadill247
    @Quesadill247 2 года назад +17

    Michigan is by far one of my favorite places in the U.S. I spent a lot of my time as a solo female traveler on the east coast. That's where my journey began. I love watching your adventures! It brings back fond memories of Hocking Hills and now Michigan. Thank you for giving me new ideas and inspiration. Now I'm on the west coast traveling. Just visited your favorite truck stop bathtub LOL I'm definitely thinking of going back to Saugatuck and Upper Peninsula before the end of summer.

  • @k7l3rworkman97
    @k7l3rworkman97 2 года назад +3

    My Outdoor Queen 💯✌🏻🥰❤️❤️❤️
    And Handsome Puppy Prince! 🐾🐾

  • @JJ-eu9xf
    @JJ-eu9xf 2 года назад +10

    I love your simple pay it forwards. Such a nice touch more people should do

    • @Ben-bf4gn
      @Ben-bf4gn 26 дней назад

      We should all pay it forward (whenever/however possible).

  • @MichiganOutdoor
    @MichiganOutdoor 2 года назад +13

    So happy that you were able to experience Michigan and all the beautiful places it has to offer. Please visit again anytime. There are so many places to explore!!

  • @wesmcgee1648
    @wesmcgee1648 2 года назад +1

    Went to Lake Michigan when I was a kid in 1969. That beach looks unbelievable same after 54 years.

  • @marilynyurchick2514
    @marilynyurchick2514 2 года назад +48

    You go girl! Love watching your videos and your adventures 💛

    • @NikkiDelventhal
      @NikkiDelventhal  2 года назад +7

      Thank you!!! 🥰😘

    • @caseykelso1
      @caseykelso1 2 года назад +2

      @@NikkiDelventhal Yay , Cut-Off shorts Rock!

  • @kiriakiria9685
    @kiriakiria9685 2 года назад +19

    Thanks for taking us along on your adventures. Stay safe, healthy and happy!

  • @angielindsey7390
    @angielindsey7390 2 года назад +10

    You are so awesome girl. I can see why people love you!! Thanks for sharing your journey with us! Much love and respect from Iowa. ❤️🦋❤️

  • @olof.aolsson8441
    @olof.aolsson8441 2 года назад +2

    I allways like what I see when I see your videos!

  • @robinlewis8654
    @robinlewis8654 2 года назад +7

    Brings me so much joy to see you and Camper having June time fun in my home state❣ I live in Traverse City, and recognized your drive through. Looking forward to your next Michigan video. Hugs!

  • @redrooster1908
    @redrooster1908 2 года назад +2

    Dune buggies look so so fun!!!
    Wooo hooooo 👍

  • @jono1432
    @jono1432 2 года назад +6

    I did my first true ice bath a few months ago in Mexico. That was an experience. I had done my legs only before and that was tough...but whole body (up to neck) was a whole different expereince!!

    • @snowygirl131
      @snowygirl131 2 года назад +1

      Your impression of the full ice bath? I'm considering trying it!

  • @josefinaescribano6214
    @josefinaescribano6214 2 года назад +1

    I love camper and you for rescuing him!

  • @lyric8006
    @lyric8006 2 года назад +4

    Camper is such an athlete like his mum❣️

  • @Begood526
    @Begood526 2 года назад +2

    Nice videos☺love from malaysia🇲🇾❤

  • @Parkitloveit
    @Parkitloveit 2 года назад +5

    Two words I love to hear in the same sentence:
    Multiple + waterfalls
    Adventure + fun
    Nikki + Camper
    ❤️

    • @Parkitloveit
      @Parkitloveit 2 года назад

      By the way: I knew you would start a movement when I saw you with those kids ❤️

  • @jansmith8370
    @jansmith8370 2 года назад

    My favorite place. I grew up in a small town on Lake Michigan. Best place ever.

  • @davidbarnett9095
    @davidbarnett9095 2 года назад +3

    Who knew they have sand dunes in Michigan amazing

  • @FreedomRock44
    @FreedomRock44 2 года назад +1

    Those strawberries look flawless!!!!

  • @dorarodriguez8833
    @dorarodriguez8833 2 года назад +4

    Thank God you where safe. So cool to see your haveing a great trip .

  • @ChrisDoyle2112
    @ChrisDoyle2112 2 года назад

    That sunset over the lake was MAGICAL! I've been to Indiana Dunes State Park. It shocked me to find such large, cool sand dunes...IN INDIANA!

  • @genekied
    @genekied 2 года назад +3

    Very special video, I grew up in that part of Michigan and miss all the cool sights you visited. I can't wait for next week when you two get up to the U.P.!!! Rock on Camper & Nikki!

  • @widder70
    @widder70 Год назад

    I don't know how I got to your channel, but I got goose bumps when I saw that park sign and recognized the office area when you drove to it.
    I remember those stairs towards the beach very well too.
    My girlfriend and I happened to get the camping spot to the left of that stairs.
    We were very lucky since it was the 4th of July 2019, and it seemed like everyone was out to go camping 🤔.
    The first night we were allowed to stay at the field near the office, because all the spots were taken.
    I always wake up early and after a short recon the next morning, we moved our tiny tent from the field to that great spot.
    Lake Michigan was 'refreshing'🥶, but during the day it was well above 80F, so that was actually nice.
    The chipmunks came close to our tent and were a joy to watch.
    Great times! And very friendly camp site staff indeed.
    Trucker Greetings from The Netherlands.
    Great channel btw, love your energy and spirit, and the doggo...

  • @ShadeTreeKennyT
    @ShadeTreeKennyT 2 года назад +5

    I'm so glad you put up a video of riding the dunes Nikki! A friend of mine has friends up there and he was telling me about this. I had no idea there were places like that in Michigan! That would be so much fun! I never realized how beautiful it is up there. Those strawberries looked amazing!

    • @NikkiDelventhal
      @NikkiDelventhal  2 года назад +3

      It is truly an amazing place! Highly recommended!

    • @caseykelso1
      @caseykelso1 2 года назад +1

      @@NikkiDelventhal my wife Diane and I will take you to some really gold mines/stream around Pahrump Nevada ! If your even near Las Vegas, hit us up. will even donate/get you an AirBnB for a night. Love your channel and thanks for sharing 🍸

    • @chelsey231
      @chelsey231 2 года назад

      @@caseykelso1 Awh that’s so nice of you to offer that to her! 🙂 happy to see this channel brings a good group of people together 😊

  • @ronniesanders73
    @ronniesanders73 2 года назад

    I wish I could have ur life!!! U have such a beautiful life and I’m over here stuck at my sister after a almost near death case of covid had me stuck in hospital for 4 weeks, lost my car can’t find a job life rly sucks but watching ur videos warm my heart every time!!! Just remember u help ppl so much with ur content never change!!!!

  • @jeffmaihara1336
    @jeffmaihara1336 2 года назад +4

    Niki, I love watching your channel. It’s always uplifting to see how much your enjoying life with Camper. Your fulfilling something I’ve wanted to do for a long time but not something I can do. The experiences your having are wonderful.

  • @danherrick5785
    @danherrick5785 2 года назад +1

    You make everyone's day wherever you go...

  • @maxplanck9055
    @maxplanck9055 2 года назад +3

    I have subscribed,I've turned on notifications and liked the video and commented down below, anything else to be part of the Nikki appreciation club?😄✌️❤️🇬🇧 Much love Nikki!👍

  • @philbegay1946
    @philbegay1946 2 года назад

    King Orchard tour was fun watching you pick strawberries fresh from the plant. 👍

  • @felishabelanger8498
    @felishabelanger8498 2 года назад +5

    LOVE LOVE LOVE watching you and Camper's adventures and videos❤️ I could watch you all day !! I wish you did daily vlogging. Would be amazing! 😊😍❤️🥰

    • @NikkiDelventhal
      @NikkiDelventhal  2 года назад +3

      Thank you!!! Ahh if I had the time I would love to! Maybe I’ll find a good editor one of these days! Haha

    • @anduelmashi4264
      @anduelmashi4264 2 года назад +1

      @@NikkiDelventhal You and camper are so entertaining I watch most of your videos.

  • @meredithheath5272
    @meredithheath5272 2 года назад +1

    You run into some of the nicest little, good quality places to buy coffee and food! The best!!
    (Yup - lots of 0.25!!)

  • @Hangin_With_Shane
    @Hangin_With_Shane 2 года назад +7

    NIkki & Camper,
    Loved seeing this weeks video and content! I often jot down some of your travel places so I can go and see them in person. I'm in NW Indiana and hoping to see some adventures though our area soon!
    Be well & enjoy!
    -Shane

    • @jb6305
      @jb6305 2 года назад +1

      Where in NW Indiana ? I’m from Michigan City

    • @Hangin_With_Shane
      @Hangin_With_Shane 2 года назад +1

      @@jb6305 Hobart

  • @bobdurna3588
    @bobdurna3588 2 года назад +1

    For some reason this is one of my favorite of your videos…. Just puts the biggest smile on my face… the segment on the strawberries was so fun….and those are the most beautiful strawberries I’ve ever seen! Thanks for sharing.

  • @micheleharper4276
    @micheleharper4276 2 года назад +4

    Where did you leave Camper while you did the sand doon? I'm curious, because I am thinking about hitting the road and I have 3 little ones.

  • @jameswilburn6605
    @jameswilburn6605 2 года назад

    Enjoy your travels, stay safe and you and camper care for each other.

  • @RottenlyMoodyChild
    @RottenlyMoodyChild 2 года назад +5

    Wow, that whole sauna bit was super informative (currently googling the unesco intangible heritage list) and awesome! Dan is sooo cool!
    Anyway, I'm off. Think I need another dump 🤣

  • @ellabeyer7035
    @ellabeyer7035 2 года назад +1

    I love your positive outlook on life. You really know how to enjoy everything because you really do "go with the flow". You and Camper make me smile. Sweet travels beautiful Beings!

  • @meredithheath5272
    @meredithheath5272 2 года назад +3

    Gotta give you a lot of credit for your participation in various activites, so you can keep your vlogs interesting! You're an adventurous person, so many experiences may be easier for you to do... However, I would NOT have participated in that sauna experience! Massive credit to you!
    (And Best Wishes in your persistent search for a camper, van, or vehicle!)

  • @dustytanco6917
    @dustytanco6917 2 года назад

    Your videos always make me smile , you just are a beautiful light and really neat person

  • @PhilipJBernardi
    @PhilipJBernardi 2 года назад +2

    A rite of passage for all Michiganians: swimming all the Great Lakes. 😉 Hope the state has welcomed you with open arms, beautiful views, and kind people.

    • @hsoderberg6505
      @hsoderberg6505 2 года назад

      We got changed to Michiganders some time ago.

  • @mandaleemilly6367
    @mandaleemilly6367 2 года назад +1

    I’m so happy you were able to visit Michigan! I live in Frankfort, the weather this summer has been amazing!

  • @saimi7898
    @saimi7898 2 года назад

    Ive fallen in love with camper he is such a champion and so adorable 🥰

  • @Theprivatejetchannel
    @Theprivatejetchannel 2 года назад +1

    💎💎🚀🚀Great sponsor spot for upstart, camper and you deserve a BIG raise! 🚀🚀💎💎

  • @unlimitedoutdoors3307
    @unlimitedoutdoors3307 2 года назад +1

    I’m not gonna lie; I love your minimalist life style. Your personality is infectious; I enjoy every video that you put out, you’re so down to earth.

  • @Arsemula
    @Arsemula 2 года назад +1

    The secret of happiness is freedom, but the secret of freedom is courage🙂

  • @henryserrano5272
    @henryserrano5272 2 года назад

    Look like knee is doing better.. I enjoy watching your and. Campers trips.. great travels..

  • @-RONNIE
    @-RONNIE 2 года назад

    A very nice view at the lake campsite & picking strawberries. Camper is always a funny dog 😂

  • @DoctorHayduke
    @DoctorHayduke 2 года назад

    Omg those strawberries looked AMAZING!!!!

  • @andrewmaurus4061
    @andrewmaurus4061 2 года назад

    In my home state!! Welcome!!! Have a great stay and you're always welcome to have a safe place in my driveway if you're ever in the area

  • @aaronmdepies8224
    @aaronmdepies8224 2 года назад

    Those strawberries and adventures were beautiful in June in Michigan. The Michigan neighbor we call across the pond in Wisconsin sometimes are fun to be with. Hip to the hope I will see my brother there in October.

  • @tomgaynor3702
    @tomgaynor3702 2 года назад

    I love your enthusiasm for life experiences

  • @Scot_WestTexas
    @Scot_WestTexas 2 года назад

    I am subscribed to 88 RUclipsrs (fishing, hunting, camping, etc). Only you and 2 others are on persistent notification (stays on screen till I see it). You are my fav spunky girl. So real and freaking funny. My cheeks always hurt from smiling so much! Luv ya 😘💕

  • @danielclark241
    @danielclark241 2 года назад +1

    Aww, that was so cute that the kids wanted to play with you! ❤

  • @Sparose3
    @Sparose3 2 года назад

    Nice video Nikki. Those strawberries looked scrumptious! Camper is so adorable!

  • @charleswells5266
    @charleswells5266 2 года назад

    Michigan is a nice state out in the countryside, lots of attractions of course you make everything so much better by your presence. You seem to be getting more youthful in each new video. Thanks for the tour of Michigan, have fun and enjoy life.👧👈❤😊

  • @GypsyJames52
    @GypsyJames52 2 года назад

    You are so amazing... Love on your terms and at your pace. That bit of kindness you showed was what the the world needs everyday... You and camper are extra special...

  • @danofiremano
    @danofiremano 2 года назад

    Fresh Smashed Michigan Apple Cider is the Best Ever & the strawberries looked pretty delish too!

  • @armandoramos1949
    @armandoramos1949 2 года назад

    Wow, that's a beautiful sunset!

  • @ilpoheikkila4773
    @ilpoheikkila4773 2 года назад +1

    Finland! Awesome! I’m here in Finland and sauna is very important for me. Been watching your great videos for a year or two now.

  • @FreddietheFly
    @FreddietheFly 2 года назад

    That bucket of strawberries doh. Looked so good and so many! I'd buy cream and have some sliced up with cream in the morning.

  • @barryrobinson4904
    @barryrobinson4904 2 года назад

    So glad to see camper and you back speaking to each other. He’s opinion seems to add just the right touch on you’ll travels.
    Another great adventure for both you, seems you’ll have a gift for finding unique places and people.

  • @kenkitsul8076
    @kenkitsul8076 2 года назад +1

    Hello viewers. It's fantastic Friday. Please no inappropriate comments. KEN

  • @mommakittyhiking
    @mommakittyhiking 2 года назад +1

    You are amazing and your kindness is a gravity that pulls people towards you and gets people to open up.

  • @bobsaenz5840
    @bobsaenz5840 2 года назад

    Your reaction to the sauna made me smile.

  • @123laurajo
    @123laurajo 2 года назад

    I'm so glad you visited Michigan there are so many wonderful things to do here. Enjoy!

  • @elaineschell1946
    @elaineschell1946 2 года назад

    My step father is a Finn and we had some lake front property a few miles down the road from Sudbury Ontario Canada which had a traditional wood burning sauna there. We loved it so much that we (the family) built one on our farm land just outside of Brantford Ontario Canada. Sadly we no longer live on either piece of land now, but it sure was a lot of fun putting it to good use then. So glad you got to try the sauna out for yourself. Take care and be well.

  • @vincedagiel3905
    @vincedagiel3905 2 года назад +1

    I really enjoyed this video.
    You seem more carefree and casual. Loving it.

  • @Gremlin256
    @Gremlin256 2 года назад +1

    Awesome Sauna!

  • @bradfuerst
    @bradfuerst 2 года назад

    Next time you're in the area, hit up Muskegon State Park. The white sand beach there squeaks when you shuffle your feet on it and the water is very shallow a long ways off shore.

  • @lizregalado6921
    @lizregalado6921 2 года назад

    Love watching you interact with everyone you meet…you spread immense JOY❤️

  • @whollymary7406
    @whollymary7406 Год назад +1

    Wow Dan is such an awesome renaisuncce man

  • @Witchatwork
    @Witchatwork 2 года назад

    you help lift my spirits today... thank you

  • @Rjjr2301
    @Rjjr2301 2 года назад

    I used to live right next to silver lake! Michigan is my favorite state, I miss it so much 😊

  • @mikehammers4800
    @mikehammers4800 Год назад

    Kids are so happy with you Nikki

  • @darkjimmy33
    @darkjimmy33 2 года назад +1

    Watch the whole video, two thumbs up for excellent editing 👍👍

  • @TheBuddyandlilly
    @TheBuddyandlilly 2 года назад

    I'm glad you had fun in my state
    We love it here

  • @ezrasgarden123
    @ezrasgarden123 2 года назад

    Torch lake is a pretty spot and dont forget pictured rocks.

  • @muratsubakan8939
    @muratsubakan8939 2 года назад

    Really liked the waterfalls at the beginning

  • @elainedillon2670
    @elainedillon2670 2 года назад +2

    Great video! Thanks for taking us along. It's like I'm there with you on your adventures. Brings back so many fond memories. Question, what's in your burrito?

    • @tami2170
      @tami2170 2 года назад +2

      Hopefully not meat

  • @BeersFrontiers
    @BeersFrontiers 2 года назад +1

    Just did an ice cold plunge in Iceland than sauna, it was invigorating! 🥶🔥

  • @sarahohlemiller
    @sarahohlemiller 2 года назад +1

    Camper is living his best life at that strawberry farm!!!!

  • @lorimadden9672
    @lorimadden9672 2 года назад +1

    Awesome time for you and camper !!! Great video 😊💖💞💕

  • @edrosa5079
    @edrosa5079 2 года назад

    Beautiful Sunset

  • @zenunderground9893
    @zenunderground9893 2 года назад

    Something adorable about saying it's your bed time. I've never imagined how cozy that would be at all..

  • @karengraves3900
    @karengraves3900 2 года назад

    What a fabulous day! Loving the dunes!!